Here's a new review of Microcosm: E. coli
in The Journal of Clinical Investigation. (Open access--most excellent.) The reviewer likes the book: "Mr. Zimmer has woven a fascinating tapestry, intercalating the energy of world-changing scientific discovery with the fascinating complexity of a well-understood living organism. His work will be welcomed by the scientist and the science enthusiast." On the other hand, it's a little queasy to read that I'm "an American science writer at the zenith of his profession." Does that mean it's downhill from here? All authors get nervous a few months after a book comes out, wondering if it will make the leap to a continued life in paperback. Fortunately Vintage will be publishing Microcosm in paperback, and it already has a page on Amazon. You can order now, although it won't be out till July. So if there's someone in your ...
